Filibuster reform debated over judicial nominations
The editorial argues for changing Senate rules to curb the filibuster on federal judicial nominees. It traces past proposals by Harkin and Lieberman, notes current partisan standoffs, and suggests a phased 60-57-54-51 path or a rule limited to nominations could restore balance without broad legislative overhaul.
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U.S. Senate
Tom Harkin
Bush
Senate
Harkin
Iowa
Joe Lieberman
D-Conn
Harkin-Lieberman
Bill Frist
Lieberman
Cedar Rapids group wins parade float prize in Czech Village
Susy Jones of Cedar Rapids writes praising a local parade event in Czech Village where the Quilting Red Hatters won first place in the float division. She invites others to participate or attend next year and notes the event's community fun. She also critiques Wal Mart's Medicaid claims in a separate letter.
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Cedar Rapids
Susy Jones
Iowa
Michigan
California
The
Gazette
Parade
Free World
Enron
WorldCom
Bush
Halliburton
Brad Martin
Letters on wages politics and consumer deposits
Readers critique wage gaps and union impact at Wal Mart Canada and discuss recycling deposits Iowa policy and global pay disparity. The letters compare corporate citizenship, pre emptions of TV shows, democratic motives, and executive pay with workers compensation.
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Wal-Mart
Canada
Salvation Army
Tom Jacobson
Coralville
Wisconsin
Badgers
Hawkeye
New York
California
Atlanta
Cosby speaks on numbers and accountability despite flaws
Bill Cosby argues that personal failings do not negate the urgent social message. He cites poverty and crime statistics among Black Americans, urging action and personal responsibility while acknowledging public skepticism about his baggage.
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Cosby
America
Bill Cosby
National Urban League
United States
Camille
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